HOW TO APPLY
The hiring process can take approximately four to eight weeks and requires successful completion of employment application, written test, interview, background investigation, psychological evaluation and pre-employment physical. Individuals who applied/tested and were interviewed in October/November 2017 or more recently are not eligible to apply.

A written test is scheduled for Wednesday, April 11, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. at the Central Shenandoah Criminal Justice Training Academy, 3045 Lee Highway, Mt. Sidney VA 24486. In order to be considered, each candidate must reserve a spot for the test by emailing hrdept@ci.staunton.va.us with your name and "Police Test" in the subject line AND complete a City of Staunton employment application at www.staunton.va.us no later than March 31, 2018.

Interested individuals who hold current certification as a Police Officer through the Commonwealth of VA may, but are not required to, take the written test, but must submit a completed employment application with a copy of certification(s) no later than March 31, 2018 and will be required to successfully complete all other aspects of the hiring process. Starting salary: $36,775/yr (+) excellent benefits including a college incentive for those that qualify. EOE